Aquamanile in the Form of a Lion

ca. 1200

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 304

This aquamanile is distinguished by the lion’s turned head, which grasps the neck of the dragon in its jaws. The dragon here serves as both handle and spout.

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Title: Aquamanile in the Form of a Lion
Date: ca. 1200
Culture: North German
Medium: Copper alloy
Dimensions: Overall: 9 1/8 x 8 15/16 x 3 3/4 in. (23.2 x 22.7 x 9.5 cm)
Thickness PD: 3/50-1/10 in. (0.15-0.25 cm)
Weight PD: 84.3oz. (2391g)
Classification: Metalwork-Copper alloy
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Leo S. Bing, 1952
Object Number: 52.24.1
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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